Bartender/Head Bartender

Established Midtown East restaurant seeking an experienced bartender to join the team. Classic American menu, beautiful room, loyal regulars. Strong candidates will be considered for Head Bartender. Responsibilities

• Execute classic and house cocktails with precision and consistency
• Provide warm, professional service to bar guests and the dining room
• Maintain inventory, par levels, and a pristine bar from open to close
• Work efficiently with servers, barbacks, and the kitchen
• Help shape cocktail menu, back-bar selection, and service standards

Requirements

• 3+ years bartending in NYC, preferably in a steakhouse, brasserie, hotel bar, or fine-dining restaurant
• Deep knowledge of classic cocktails and the fundamentals (stir vs. shake, ice, glassware, dilution, citrus)
• Strong working knowledge of brown spirits — American whiskey, Scotch, Irish — including the high end of the back bar

High-volume and service-bar experience

• Polished, professional presence and the ability to handle any guest with grace
• Energy, reliability, and a team-first attitude
• Sharp memory and a personality that makes guests want to sit at your bar

What we offer

• Established Midtown East venue with a loyal regular base
• Strong earnings with upside as the program grows
• Clear path to Head Bartender for the right candidate
• A team that takes hospitality seriously
• Please send your resume and a note about what makes you stand out as a candidate.